2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2005 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln LS. (232 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln LS weights approximately 721 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lincoln LS. (299 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2005 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | F-250 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 68 L |
